For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionAre D-SLRs really dead? Not so long ago, all experts were unanimous in their opinion that D-SLRs were a dying breed. However, sales statistics for the past year indicate that while the industry was indeed very badly affected by Covid, the major impact was on mirrorless cameras, whose sales slumped to 71% of the previous year. D-SLRs … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionBy the time you read this welcome note, several cities in India will likely see the start of the rainy season. Since humidity (and dust) is the enemy of electronics, we suggest you safely store your expensive equipment in humidity controlled cabinets between uses.At the same time, don’t be overly concerned about using your gear during … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionAt the outset, let me thank all stakeholders for the response to our ‘Anniversary Issue’ as also the SP Awards. The awards were released on the web a full ten days before the April print issue hit the stands and got a lot of attention. Some of our readers were a little agitated that a very expensive camera won the coveted ‘Camera of … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionSMART PHOTOGRAPHY enters its eighteenth year of publication with this issue. It has been quite a journey so far. In 2005, digital had just started replacing film. In 2022, the industry looks quite different with smartphones having captured a large chunk of the lower end of the imaging market. D-SLR cameras have been replaced by … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionAs I write this piece, the third variant of the virus appears to be on the wane and the economy is gradually opening up (once again). The situation is more or less similar throughout the world. Out of abundant caution, the CP + show in Japan is again virtual. Demand for imaging products will see a gradual revival. One of the downsides … [Read more...]